Portland can be an expensive city, especially for those with low incomes. Here is a list of places to go for help creating a budget, food, clothing, repairs and education. Please reach out to these places or let us know if you need assistance. No adult needs to struggle alone and starve.Note that this list is a starting place and is not comprehensive. It will be updated as time allows. Email your comments and suggestions to: info@aspdx.org.
Modest Quality Budget-Watchers' Groceries Oregon WinCo Stores: http://www.wincofoods.com/or.html Food 4 Less (owned by Kroger's):listed here just for low-cost ethnic foods 7979 SE Powell Boulevard Portland, OR 97206 503-774-4665
Audio Specialties Ltd- High Quality Reconditioned Used Audio Components and Reliable Repairs 1416 Northeast 102nd Avenue (Near Halsey) Portland, OR 97220-3907 503-257-3206
Park Rose Hardware - Best "old time" approach to "small parts" hardware remaining in Portland. Deep staff expertise in each department. http://www.parkrosehardware.com/
Angie's List - For home owners - reliable listing and ranking of home repair and maintenance services - Subscribing and intelligent shopping will save you grief. Other benefits include reports on local doctors and some non-medical services. http://www.angieslist.com/